Toyota AVALON HV 2015 Reference Guide

2015

Avalon Hybrid

Quick Reference Guide

2015

Avalon Hybrid

This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main equipment quickly and easily.

The Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual located in your vehicle’s glove box. We strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding of your vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.

Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your new Avalon Hybrid.

A word about safe vehicle operations

This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of Avalon Hybrid operations. Every Avalon Hybrid owner should review the Owner’s Manual that accompanies this vehicle.

Pay special attention to the boxed information highlighted in color throughout the Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment malfunction.

All information in this Quick Reference Guide is current at the time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

INDEX

OVERVIEW

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

SAFETY AND EMERGENCY

FEATURES

Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.

Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and more information.

HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.

Engine maintenance 8 Fuel tank door release and cap 6 Hood release 8 Indicator symbols 4-5 Instrument cluster 4 Instrument panel 2-3

Keyless entry

Light control-Instrument panel 8

Smart Key system

1,2

Air Conditioning/Heating 18-19 Audio 20

Auto lock/unlock

BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) 21

Bluetooth

Device Pairing Section 29-38

Clock 20 Cruise control 16 Cup holders 22 Driving mode select 11 Dynamic radar cruise control 17 Garage door opener (HomeLink

) Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) 22 Hybrid Synergy Drive System 9

iPod

/USB/AUX port 21

Lights

& turn signals 15

Moonroof 12 Multi-Information Display 13 Parking brake 10 Power outlets-12V DC 14 Seat adjustments-Front 13 Seat ventilators/Heaters 19 Seats-Head restraints 12 Steering lock release 11 Steering wheel switches 20 Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 11 Transmission 10 Windows-Power 12 Windshield wipers & washers 14 Wireless charger 22

Door locks 23 Doors-Child safety locks 23 Floor mat installation 27 Seat belts 23 Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor 24 Spare tire & tools 25 Star Safety System

Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System 24 Trunk-Internal release 25

OVERVIEW

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

26-27

OVERVIEW

Instrument panel

Steering wheel controls

Automatic Air Conditioning (Type A)

Automatic Air Conditioning (Type B)

OVERVIEW

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Driving position memory switches

Headlight and turn signal controls/Headlight, turn signal and front fog

light

controls Wiper and washer controls Emergency flasher button Navigation system

1,2

/Display audio system

1,3

“POWER” switch Tilt and telescopic steering lock release Steering wheel audio controls Telephone controls

2,3

Voice command button Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button Cruise control/Dynamic radar cruise control

2,3

Air Conditioning controls Clock Outside rearview mirror/Rear window defogger button “PCS OFF” switch

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Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System reset Trunk opener main switch 12V DC power outlet 12V DC power outlet/Wireless charger switch

USB/AUX port Trunk opener TRAC/VSC OFF switch BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) main switch Rear sunshade switch

If equipped

For details, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.”

For details, refer to the “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual.”

NOTE: For additional information regarding the Entune™ Audio System, please consult the "Navigation System With Entune Quick Reference Guide" or www.toyota.com/entune.

SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

OVERVIEW

Instrument cluster

Hybrid System indicator Service indicators and reminders Speedometer Fuel gauge Trip meter reset knob/Instrument panel light control knob Odometer/trip meter display Shift position/shift range display Multi-Information Display Engine coolant temperature gauge

Indicator symbols

For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2, 2015 Owner’s Manual.

Brake system warning

Brake system warning light

Driver/Front passenger seat belt reminder (alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)

Electric power steering system warning

Charging system warning

SRS AIR BAG ON/OFF indicator

Master warning light

Low engine oil pressure warning

Malfunction/Check Engine indicator

Low fuel level warning

Open door warning

Airbag SRS warning

Low Tire Pressure Warning

Theft deterrent/Engine immobilizer system indicator

Headlight low/high beam indicator

Automatic high beam indicator

Turn signal indicator

Front fog light indicator

Slip indicator

Vehicle Stability Control OFF indicator

Traction Control OFF indicator

Cruise control indicator2/Cruise control SET indicator

Radar cruise control indicator

Pre-Collision System indicator

Anti-lock Brake System warning

3,4

1,5

ECO drive mode indicator

SPORT mode indicator

“READY” indicator

EV indicator

EV drive mode indicator

OVERVIEW

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting engine, there may be a

malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 4-5, 2015 Owner’s Manual.

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If this light flashes, refer to “Dynamic radar cruise control,” Section 4-5, 2015 Owner’s Manual.

The indicator flashes to indicate a malfunction.

The indicator flashes faster than usual to indicate that the system is operating.

OVERVIEW

Fuel tank door release and cap

The fuel tank door locks/unlocks with the vehicle’s doors.

Turn to open

Press

Store

NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough, Check Engine “

” indicator may illuminate.

Keyless entry

Locking operation

Unlocking operation

Smart Key system

Start function

Carrying

NOTE: Gear shift lever must be in Park and brake pedal depressed.

Power (without starting Hybrid System)

Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “POWER” switch will change the operation mode in succession from:

ACCESSORY

OFF

Locking operation

Front door lock

Power ON; the Hybrid System not running.

All systems OFF.

Accessories such as the radio will operate.

Unlocking operation

Front door unlock*

Depress brake pedal

Push

OVERVIEW

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Trunk lid

Push

Push and hold

Push ONCE: Driver door TWICE: All doors

Carry remote to lock Carry remote to unlock

Touch

Trunk unlock

NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60

seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for safety.

Panic button

Carry remote to unlock

* Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door only, or all

doors. In some models, grasping front passenger door handle will unlock all doors.

Push and hold

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Please refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details on how to program the doors.

NOTE: Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote.

Push

Grasp

SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

OVERVIEW

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Light control-Instrument panel

Hood release

Pull

Engine maintenance

Brightness control

+ -

Pull up latch and raise hood

Hybrid Synergy Drive System

The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline engine and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power for the vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied the braking force generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery. In addition, the engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped. The benefits are better fuel economy, reduced vehicle emissions and improved performance.

NOTE: Fuel consumption and energy information of the Hybrid System are

shown on the multi-information display and/or display audio system/ navigation system screen (if equipped).

Tips for improved fuel economy

1. Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner’s Manual.

2. Link trips to reduce engine cold starts whenever possible.

3. Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on the highway.

4. When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking energy.

5. Minimize use of the Air Conditioning.

Starting your vehicle

OVERVIEW

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Engine oil filler cap Engine oil level dipstick Engine coolant reservoir Windshield washer fluid tank

NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help

extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer to the “Warranty & Maintenance Guide.”

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(1) Put the selector lever in “P.” (2) Depress the brake pedal, and press the “POWER” switch briefly and firmly (3) The “READY” light will blink. After a few seconds, when the light remains

steady and a beep sounds, you may begin driving.

SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Auto lock/unlock

Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in four different modes, or turned OFF.

-Doors lock when shifting from Park.

-Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph.

-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.

-Doors unlock when the “POWER” switch is set to OFF and driver’s door is opened.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

Transmission

Park*

Reverse

Neutral

Drive

“S” mode

* The “POWER” switch must be in ON mode and the brake pedal depressed to shift

from Park.

+ (“S” mode)

- (“S” mode)

Driving mode select

EV drive mode

EV drive mode allows the electric motor (traction motor), powered by the hybrid battery (traction battery), to be used to drive the vehicle under certain driving conditions.

ECO drive mode

Use ECO drive mode to help achieve low fuel consumption during trips that involve frequent accelerating.

SPORT mode

Use SPORT mode when increased acceleration response and precise handling is desired; for example, when driving on mountain roads.

Steering lock release

Turn

OVERVIEW

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

“S” (Sequential) mode

Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.

+: Upshifting

-: Downshifting

Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill. For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift lever in the “D” position.

Parking brake

Set: Depress Release: Depress again

Push

Gently turn steering wheel while pressing the “POWER” switch. If the lock does not release, a message informing the driver that the steering wheel is locked will be displayed on the Multi-Information Display.

Tilt and telescopic steering wheel

SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

Angle

Lock release lever

Length

Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.

NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.

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